A weekend of calm wonders in the boat in this autumnal journey to Glen Affric and Aigas in Strathglass.
A calm day inshore gives rise to a kayak trip and a loch reached through a barely visible narrow channel
Instead of stepping away from dedicated long-distance paths, our intrepid explorer follows the one closest to home
Exploring a new stretch of coastline around the Seaboard villages of Easter Ross, visiting the Tarbet Ness lighthouse on an overnight kayak expedition
Weather forecasts are more accurate than ever – and usually they can be relied upon to fit in some dry activity. But not always...
Time stands still on abandoned island – a vast contrast to the fast-moving waters crossed to reach this enchanting place
The Hope Lodge to Altnaharra road has always been very narrow, winding and with few passing places over its 20 miles.
With the logistics sorted, time to kayak under great cliffs, into hidden caves and around beautiful bays
A visit to the Lake District for a tamer outing on some of the most spectacular mountain bike trails in the country
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: No sting in the tail getting closer to nature across the far north
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Taking it easy with a gentle outing in the sea kayak on a journey that can be idyllic on a calm day
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Sunshine and sublime views on a sunny kayak along the coast
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH Kayaking out to a remote bothy – despite the challenges of the wind – for a wild and wonderful time in sublime surroundings
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH Leave those indoor tasks behind and make the most of the freedom – when you can get it!
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: A detailed appreciation of weather patterns helps outdoor folk when they check what lies ahead
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Making the most of every day as trees need to be cleared and new ones planted
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Heading onto the still waters of Loch More in Caithness for a gentle paddle in the sea-kayak
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Take your time to truly explore the wonders of the Caithness coast – whether on foot or by sea-kayak
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: An abandoned croft house, an ancient chapel and fields of grazing cattle as Ralph looks forward to exploring again in 2022
OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Make the most of this little hill above Reay before the turbines take over